The Milwaukee Bucks will be facing the Houston Rockets tonight. After acquiring Damian Lillard, Khris Middleton has become silent in terms of his performance.
Can Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo Carry the Milwaukee Bucks Without Khris Middleton?
The Milwaukee Bucks are doing well in the Eastern Conference. They are currently sitting in 2nd position with a record of 18-7. The Bucks acquired the seven-time NBA All-Star, Damian Lillard, from the Portland Trail Blazers.
Damian Lillard has averaged around 25.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 6.9 assists, and 1 steal per game while scoring around 42.4% of the shots from the ground and 35.2% of the shots from the 3-point line.
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Minutes have slowly risen. 29, 33 and 29 minutes over his L3 games.
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After the Bucks acquired Damian Lillard, Milwaukee’s sharpshooter, Khris Middleton, has been inconsistent on the court. He has not performed well after Lillard’s acquisition.
Giannis Antetokounmpo had to shift his gears this month to get the Bucks to the 2nd position. Middleton has not performed throughout the season, and now he is on the injury list of the Milwaukee Bucks.
Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report: Khris Middleton on Rest Against the Houston Rockets
As per the latest Milwaukee Bucks‘ injury update, Khris Middleton is day-to-day as he was ruled out against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday.
Eric Nehm of The Athletic has reported that Khris Middleton has got rest for Sunday night’s game against the Houston Rockets. Now since he has got the rest, in the upcoming games, Middleton could suit up.
Middleton has an average of only 12.5 points, 5 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 0.8 steals per game while scoring around 47.3% of the shots from the field and 36% of the shots from the 3-point line.
Without Middleton on the roster, it would be difficult for Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo to carry the Bucks. However, till now, they have been doing it pretty well.
